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This position oversees public works projects and maintenance for a city. Key responsibilities include managing contractors, inspecting public infrastructure, responding to citizen requests, preparing project plans and bids, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The role also involves managing traffic control, snow removal, and asset management. Additional duties may include reviewing development plans, issuing permits, and handling emergencies.

Kansas City, Missouri, United States

Handled programming, training and initialization of geospatial field data collection via mobile applicationManaganged, administered and designed tailor made GIS solutions for construction needsConducted IT and GIS support / electronic training for 1000+ employeesManaged licensing for multiple company wide programsAdministered Online geospatial project for $200 Million of fiber optic networksRemotely managed 4 employees and worked with 12 departments Designed and deployed an online GIS management program for Quality ControlMaintained Security Systems and IT equipment for my assigned regionMaintained and optimized local company networks and serversResponsible for device and password managementOverseen data backup and system security operations Managed installations, upgrades and configurations of hardware and softwareAssessed system performance and recommend improvementsResolved issues escalated by field workers, technicians, staff and engineersEnsured data is handled, transferred or processed according to legal and company guidelinesProvided support and guidance to stakeholders via help deskControlled costs and budgets regarding IT systemsManaged contracts with vendors and software licensesDeveloped IT policies and practicesInstalled and maintained security equipment on premisesProgramed access remotes and cardsTrained end users on device/hardware/software/application needsResolved inter-department communication issues

Kansas City, Missouri Area

• Overview: Install, modify, and make minor repairs to computer hardware, software, and mobile device systems; provide technical assistance and training to system users; produce timely and accurate summary reports to ensure close monitoring of the progress of assigned projects; analyze data, ascertain trends and identify variances. At a minimum, the position requires a good working knowledge of office and database software; ability to use a computer, mobile devices, and other office related equipment; ability to read, understand, interpret, input, and analyze data with a high degree of accuracy.• Essential Functions: the ability to comprehend complex technical topics and specialized information; the ability to organize work load to determine priority of duties; the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of contacts, including, senior management and business associates;• Responsibilities: Manage processes effectively and apply expertise to ensure completion of work assignments. Participate in the implementation and maintenance of processes or procedures. Communicate with employees, contractors, vendors, and/or customers to assist assigned department/project. Read, interpret, input, and analyze data in support of an assigned department/project. Support Engineering office with GIS solutions Coordinating with and test new products rolling out to subcontractors for viabilityKey Highlights:• Field tested, analyzed and made instructional documents for electronic bore log applications for company wide deployment• Researched, priced, and Installed security cameras • Rebuilt and maintain the access control system for the office building• Conducted 2 asset audits with no equipment loss • Learning and deploying online GIS QC management program, working on programming an application for ease of use

Columbus, Ohio Area

• Purpose: Responsible for installation of gate operating, Parking terminals, parking kiosks and access control equipment. Installation includes wiring, conduit, concrete, final low voltage connections, testing and training of customers.• Essential Functions And Basic Duties: Responsible for the installation of equipment, mounting of equipment (typically concrete anchors), installation of conduit and wire, building forms and pouring concrete foundations, working knowledge of hand and power tools, knowledge of basic wiring, ability to read and comprehend manufacturers installation manuals, ability to do some heavy lifting (50 lbs. or more) and physical labor, use of proper safety equipment and ability to identify potential hazards, communicate throughout each project to customers, other contractors, company sales staff and supervisor, work with other installers or service technicians as a team, testing and commissioning of equipment, terminate input/output wiring between equipment, and consult manufacturers operation manuals and test for proper functions • Performance Measurements: Ability to read and understand manufacturers installation/operation manuals, use of the proper tools for each task, professional communication with customers, contractors and co-workers, neatness and attention to detail, projects are completed within budgets, and all paperwork and records must be completed in an accurate, organized, and timely manner.

Columbus, Ohio Area

Customer Service, Hosting, Security

Patrol, Client Relations, Customer Service, Security Checks, Reporting, Local Police Liaison, Safety Checks, and Accountability

Grove City, Ohio

Mobile Patrol. drove to client sites and preformed security checks. Checks include building security, observation of site, providing detailed reports of status and contacting local authorities when necessary.

1576 North High St

Schedule creation, hiring, safe counting, shift management, security, identification verification, stocking, access control, local police liaison, security planning, training, bartending, cashier, inventory, logistics, customer service and crowd control.

United States

• Description: The integrated family of test equipment operator/maintainer is primarily responsible for maintaining the base shop test facility, performing electronic maintenance on shop replaceable units, system supported line replaceable units and test program sets. • Job Duties: Perform electronic maintenance, adjustments and tests. Operate and perform preventive maintenance checks and services on assigned vehicles and power generators. Install supported weapon system test program sets. Replace defective components and perform base shop test facility alignments. Read technical diagrams and manuals in order to locate, isolate and repair instrument parts • Requirements: Those who want to serve must first take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery, a series of tests that helps you better understand your strengths and identify which Army jobs are best for you.• Training: Job training for an integrated family of test equipment operator/maintainer requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 34 weeks of Advanced Individual Training. Part of this time is spent in the classroom and part in the field with on-the-job instructions. • Skills Learned: Principles of electronics. Use and maintenance of electrical and electronic test equipment. Equipment repair exercises.Key Highlights:• Completed 5 years of obligated and committed military service• Received Army Commendation Medal for distinguished service

Greater Seattle Area

• Description: The Training Room Clerk serves as the secondary trainer for the Company Operations and Training NCO• Job duties: They are responsible for assessing, planning, conducting and evaluating training of Soldiers. Identifies training deficiencies and develops a needs-based Company training plan in accordance with Company and Battalion Mission Essential Training Lists (METL).• Leadership: Coordinates and conducted primary training for policy, doctrine, new information management systems and technology changes received from HQ, USAREC; Conducts Company training functions while managing all developmental programs and the Company's Professional Military Education Order of Merit List. Develops and maintains all training records, assists Soldiers in personnel actions and schedules service school attendance.• Skills Learned: Time management, priority of work, multitasking and communication skills verbal and correspondent. Key Highlights:• Coordinated training for 270 soldiers• Created, maintained and verified training record on the online database DTMS. • Organized 300+ hard copy personnel records increasing efficiency by 80%.• Submitted 100+ official training requests with 95% efficiency.

Greater Seattle Area

• Description: An Army Information Management Officer (IMO) acts as the commander’s representative for all information management (IM) and information technology (IT) issues. The IMO is responsible for maintaining the Local Area Network for the integrated maintenance tracking system. • Security: The IMO is responsible for issuing account creations, monitoring Internet use and ensuring proper IT security measures are followed within the unit in accordance with Army Regulation 25-1 and 25-2.• Liaison: The IMO acts as the liaison between the unit and higher levels of installation IT support, The IMO interfaces with the director of information management (DOIM) for security, software and equipment upgrades and requests for repair.• Unit Website: The IMO ensures the unit’s website is correct and updated. The IMO monitors the access of users to provide the most proficient use and security. Maintains the company file-share system to keep the organization and use to an effective standard. Key Highlights:• Installed 1500 feet of CAT-5e cabling • Generated 210 Non-classified Internet Protocol (IP) Router Network User Accounts, • Placed and accessed completion of 68 work orders. • Assumed the responsibility for the maintenance, accountability and functionality of 84 For Official Use Only (FOUO) computer systems. • Planned prepared and implemented the Unit Level Logistics System-Aviation systems which was critical to 5 Back Shops Offices and the Aviation Life Support Equipment Office in support of over 270 Soldiers.

Greater Seattle Area

• Description: A Platoon Sergeant’s Administrative Clerk creates, verifies and corrects all paperwork in the platoon. • Job duties: Created and maintained records for equipment and personnel records. Reviewed and submitted personnel actions. Read and disseminated operational information received from higher levels of command. • Leadership: Read and disseminated information out to the Platoon level. Worked as the direct link from junior enlisted to the platoon's senior leadership. Counseled Soldiers at my pay grade with any issue they were not comfortable bring to their leaders.• Skills Learned: Time management, priority of work, record keeping, multitasking and communication skills verbal and correspondent. Key Highlights:• Created and maintained records for $25 Million dollars worth of equipment.• Created, maintained and verified personnel records for 70 Soldiers.• Submitted 300+ personnel actions.

Columbus, Ohio Area

- Supervised 30 employees- Implemented 3 policies that were adopted for all 21 district stores.- Learned all 6 associate jobs in order to to adapt to any needs of the store- Trained 14 newly hired Store Managers in all associate positions becoming the training store for the district.- Trained over 35 new associates to be more than profiencent at their new positions. their proficentcy lead to turning aroung the resturant from 14th in the district to 3rd.

Columbus, Ohio Area

Courtesy clerks assist in the quick and efficient checkout service of our customers by helping to unload grocery items onto checkstands, bagging groceries, and providing carry out service. They conduct price checks, take “return” products back to proper shelf locations, and help maintain store shelves by cleaning and fronting products. They also gather shopping carts from parking lots, sweep and mop floors, assist in the prompt clean up of spills and other general housekeeping duties. Cashiers provide fast, friendly, and accurate check out services for our customers using computerized cash register systems. Accuracy and basic math skills are important, as is the ability to memorize product identification codes and weekly ad specials. Cashiers often bag their customers' orders and help shoppers find items in the store. They assist in the cleaning and dusting of the checkstands and surrounding areas and may take “return” products back to proper shelf locations.

Geographical Information Systems (Gis), Geographic Information Science And Cartography, 3.84

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